The total solar eclipse made a diagonal trek across the country. It ended in South Carolina just after 4 p.m. Eastern.

Over the past few millennia, people who knew nothing about eclipses couldn't explain the natural phenomena. Many cultures thought it was a sign from their sun god; it is even known to have ended full-flung battles.

The next total solar eclipse will occur April 4, 2024. For another eclipse similar to last year's, one that moves from coast to coast, you will have to wait until August 12, 2045.